Catherine Nixie

Shalash Chitnis, a business writer at The Economist, joins Noah Snyder, East Asia Bureau chief, and Catherine Nixey, culture correspondent, to delve into pressing topics. They discuss Trump's plan to cut drug prices and its potential drawbacks for consumers. The podcast also uncovers North Korea's alarming cryptocurrency heists, revealing significant thefts tied to sophisticated hacking operations. Additionally, they pay tribute to Alvaro Mangino, reflecting on his survival story from the Andes crash and its moral implications.

Emmett Livingstone reports on the Congo, Henry Tricks dives into Meta's ambitious AI strategies, and Catherine Nixie analyzes the cultural implications of the manosphere. The conversation explores the historic truce between Rwanda and Congo, tackling its potential for lasting peace amidst complex regional tensions. They also discuss Zuckerberg's significant AI hiring initiative at Meta and the implications of burgeoning misogyny among young men, shedding light on societal shifts within the manosphere.

Join Kerian Richmond Jones, an international economics correspondent, Henry Tricks, the US technology editor, and Catherine Nixie, a culture correspondent, as they delve into the implications of a shrinking global population and its impact on society. They explore the economic challenges posed by declining birth rates and increased elder care costs. The trio also discusses the biases in AI and their connection to culture, alongside the worrying decline in literacy and its potential consequences for future generations.

Shul Pfeffer, the Israel correspondent for The Economist, and Catherine Nixey, the culture correspondent, delve into the pressing issues surrounding Israel's justice system and allegations of war crimes in Gaza. They discuss the complexities of accountability amidst high civilian casualties and resource limitations. The conversation also touches on the outmoded notion of job-hopping for salary growth, juxtaposed with economic realities. Additionally, they reflect on the life of Father Patrick Ryan, an emblematic figure in the IRA's history, highlighting themes of innocence lost.

Avantika Chilkoti, an international correspondent and expert on Indian politics, joins Simon Cox, a senior economics writer focused on population ethics, and Catherine Nixey, a Britain correspondent skilled in history and linguistics. They explore the complex relationship between cows and political narratives in India, highlighting the disconnect between reverence for these animals and their treatment. They also dive into population ethics and its implications for future generations, alongside a historical look at phrasebooks and their cultural significance.